How can I say the 270 is not good when I've killed Elk with a Contender in 35 remington and a 375JDJ. :eek: I had to limit my range, style of hunting (Stalking) and pick my shots. I personally think every hunter should do this regardless of caliber. :-) I have big Weatherby's and Winchesters, Remingtons--I hunt with my TC. I shoot NRA Hi-power so I can shoot far, and accurately, but to me sitting and watching and sniping a 500yd Elk isn't hunting. It's only my opinion. :? Up, close and personal means much more to me. I could be wrong. What's goes to Colorado this year? my 15" Encore in 338-06 loaded with a 200gr Hornady spirepoint. My range is self-limited to 225yds. :shock: I've shot it to 300 and 400 but it won't have enough oomph.
If you've ever chased and tracked a wounded Bull, you'll understand.
BTW-teh bull we tracked was from one gut-shot by a friend with a 300 winMag. :oops: I took 2 grueling days to get that bad boy--we found him being chewed on my the dogs.
That's how we found him. sad but true. I vote use thr 270, but most of all, use your conscience when you decide to drop the hammer.